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2011
Annual
Report
Department of Agriculture SUGAR REGULATORY ADMINISTRATION
Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
HIGHLIGHTS OF ACCOMPLISHMENT
Agricultural
Industrial
Extension
Regulatory
Planning and Policies
Internal Audit
Legal
Administrative and Finance
GAD
ANNEXES
The Philippine
Sugarcane Industry
Executive
Summary
Crop Year 2010-2011: Industry Performance
FARM SECTOR
Area Harvested, in hectares
Region 2010-2011 2009-2010
Luzon 61,660 63,292 Negros 198,944 197,126 Panay 26,307 26,245 East Visayas 17,392 17,502 Mindanao 91,189 81,497
Total 395,492 385,662
For Crop Year 2010-2011 area harvested increased by 2.5% and in effect increased cane yield by 38.68%. The increase was realized due to favorable weather condition, improved field practices, decrease in price of fertilizers, and the high price of sugar that motivated the sugar farmers to plant more.
Cane Yield by Region, Comparative
Region 2010-2011 2009-2010
Luzon 3,457,679 2,974,312 Negros 14,838,378 10,871,671 Panay 1,702,624 1,108,550 East Visayas 992,847 743,901 Mindanao 5,672,953 3,528,594
Total 26,664,481 19,227,028
16%
50%
7% 4%
23% Luzon
Negros
Panay
East Visayas
Mindanao
0
2,000,000
4,000,000
6,000,000
8,000,000
10,000,000
12,000,000
14,000,000
16,000,000
CY 2010-2011
2009-2010
Mills and Refineries Performance
Production
Cane milled increased by 39% resulting to a 24% increase in raw sugar manufactured. Delivery of burnt canes to the factories are on a down trend. From 14% in CY 2009-2010, burnt cane delivery went down further by 9%. The industry did not perform well in terms of productivity as indicated by a decline in Lkg/TC by 13%.
Performance
Twenty nine (29) sugar mills operated this year. Mill performance this crop year is bit lower compared to last year due to faster milling rate a d poor performance of the boiling house which gave a corresponding low over all recovery. For this crop year, fourteen (14) sugar refineries operated and produced 16,476,533 LKg of refined sugar. Victorias remained the top producer of refined sugar with a volume of 4,382,592 LKg with a rated capacity of 25,000 LKg bag/day.
Breakdown of raw and refined sugar production by mill/refinery is shown in the annexes of this report.
Time Efficiency
This year’s milling operation is more or less longer by 50 days per mill. Last year’s milling rate was faster at 277 TCH, but is still way below the rated of 335 TCH. Total time efficiency increased by 3% due to minimal stoppages. As usual, delays due to cane topped all the stoppages. Total time efficiency is better, considering that this was a longer season. The mills seemingly were not able to capitalize on better quality deliveries brought about by less burnt cane, but reeled on the drastic decrease of pol in cane. .
COMPARATIVE HIGHLIGHTS OF OPERATIONS CY 2009-2010 and CY 2010-2011
CY 2010-2011 * CY 2009-2010
Gross Cane, Tonnes 26.64 M 19.24 M
Burnt % Cane 8.81 13.81
Raw Sugar Manufactured, Tonnes 2.37 M 1.97 M
LKg/TC 1.78 2.05
TC/TS 11.24 9.53
No. of Operating Mills 29 29
Tonnes Cane per Hour 7,519.191 7,672.327
Average TCH 259.282 264.563
% Pol Extraction 91.19 93.97
% Boiling House Recovery 84.11 87.91
% Overall Recovery 76.70 82.60
% Capacity Utilization 42.75 58.43
% Mechanical Time Efficiency 89.11 89.85
Average Milling Days 203.91 153.30
% Total Time Efficiency 64.25 62.35 */ Data are rough estimates since documentation is still on-going.
Refinery Performance
Production
Improved quality raw sugar processed this season did not hit a million ton producing almost same quality of refined sugar as last year. This figure is the lowest output by the refineries for the last 14 years. The production ratio refined: raw was the lowest ever at 37%.
Performance
The number of operating sugar refineries decreased, one reason why there was a decrease in the raw material processed. Boiling house delivered the same work at 92% actual recovery.
Time Efficiency
The 2011 refining season is shorter by an average of 11 days per plant compared to 2010. Time efficiency increased by almost 3% due to lesser stoppages and downtimes by the sugar refineries.
Sugar Refinery COMPARATIVE HIGHLIGHTS OF OPERATIONS
Fiscal Year 2011
FY 2010 FY 2011
Tonnes Raw Input
1.039 M
0.899 M
Tonnes Raw Sugar Processed 1.027 M 0.886 M
% Pol % Moisture
97.51 0.596
97.62 0.555
Refined Sugar Produced
Lkg Bags % Pol % Moisture Color, ICU
19,091,042 99.89 0.031
44
16,374,017 99.91 0.032
47
No. of Refineries 12 11
Total Refining Hours 48,254.59 41,536.66
Actual Refining Hours 37,003.35 32,691.31
% Actual Recovery 92.34 92.37
% Capacity Utilization 75.02 73.40
% Time Efficiency 76.68 78.70
SUPPLY & DEMAND
Production
Raw sugar production for Crop Year 2010-2011 ended with a total of 2,399,116 MT, a 21.73% increase over the previous crop year’s production of 1,970,784 MT. Contrary to the upward trend of raw sugar, refined sugar production dropped by 16.31%, from 19,684,065 in the previous crop year to 16,476,533 LKg this crop year.
Crop Year
PRODUCTION
Raw (MT) Refined (LKg)
2010-11 2,399,116 16,476,533
2009-10 1,970,784 19,684,065
2008-09 2,100,048 18,977,539
2007-08 2,455,027 21,843,627
2006-07 2,233,453 21,645,089
2005-06 2,138,075 20,036,314
2004-05 2,150,746 21,127,485
2003-04 2,338,574 24,258,195
2002-03 2,161,525 23,251,535
2001-02 1,898,501 20,938,696
Withdrawals
Domestic demand for raw sugar for the crop year totaled 1,716,505 MT, lower by 11.68% from last crop year’s figure of 1,943,443 MT. Same as raw sugar, withdrawal of refined sugar experienced a decline of 24.19% from Crop Year 2009-2010.
Crop Year
Demand (MT)
Total
Domestic Exports
2010-11 1,716,505 248,307 1,964,812
2009-10 1,943,443 192,077 2,135,520
2008-09 1,886,466 219,132 2,105,598
2007-08 2,078,468 145,982 2,224,450
2006-07 1,958,643 237,037 2,195,680
2005-06 1,909,846 213,317 2,123,163
2004-05 1,950,585 300,955 2,251,540
2003-04 2,068,109 190,600 2,258,709
2002-03 2,059,388 137,353 2,196,741
1201-02
1,942,993 75,401 2,018,394
Monthly Raw Sugar Production vs. Withdrawals
Month
CY 2010-2011 CY 2009-2010
Production (MT)
Withdrawals (MT)
Production (MT)
Withdrawals (MT)
September 10,102 35,608 47,627 80,328
October 75,628 69,881 135,047 121,813
November 161,286 86,266 293,786 194,540
December 313,964 124,984 328,058 178,355
January 416,603 167,546 469,058 263,482
February 396,608 205,651 358,913 180,819
March 350,813 210,924 210,339 205,329
April 308,292 202,628 90,917 210,948
May 245,817 178,174 23,858 222,822
June 78,659 178397 1,715 123,106
July 36,437 144,750 0 86,414
August 4,907 111696 0 75,487
Adjustment 11,467
Total 2,399,116 1,716,505 1,970,784 1,943,443
Raw Sugar Production vs Withdrawals for Crop Year 2010-2011
Monthly Refined Sugar Production vs. Withdrawals
Month
CY 2010-2011 CY 2009-2010
Production LKg
Withdrawals LKg
Production LKg
Withdrawals LKg
September 0 911,148 462,294 1,472,983
October 109,704 1,012,403 861,129 1,751,891
November 841,789 805,945 1,959,723 2,260,883
December 1,601,292 1,074,847 2,400,176 1,915,026
January 2,708,125 1,090,875 3,580,121 2,341,382
February 2,820,381 1,113,452 3,148,385 1,610,296
March 2,440,056 1,333,760 2,648,689 1,496,720
April 1,976,195 1,118,949 2,280,490 1,473,545
May 2,065,540 1,531,500 1,169,187 1,899,505
June 836,568 1,495,942 733,746 1,348,613
July 851,987 2,015,467 422,538 1,180,181
August 224,896 1,762,242 17,587 1,014,470
Total 16,476,533 15,266,530 19,684,065 20,137,438
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Refined Sugar Production vs Withdrawals for Crop Year 2010-2011
EXPORTS
US
From the initial allocation of 142,160 MTRV, the Philippines was granted by US an additional
quota of 36,277 MTRV for the Year 2011,
From January to December 2011, the total quantity of sugar exported was 299,493.20 MT
generating a total collection of P 10.762 M from export clearance fees.
World Market
The total quantity of sugar exported to the World Market was 275,713.96 MT generating a total
collection of P 12,627 M from export clearance fees.
Volume and Value of Export Shipments, 2010-2011
Month
US EXPORT WORLD MARKET
Volume
(MTCW)
Value
(US$)
Volume
(MTCW)
Value
(US$)
Destination
September 2010 - - - -
October - - - -
November - - - -
December - - - -
January 2011 - - - -
February 25,850.00 17,074,653.55 - -
March - - - -
April 30,000.05 20,508,495.64 - -
May 55,000.03 38,463,710.79 - -
June - - - -
Jul7 66,017.54 25,602,350.00 - -
August 49,155.00 - 6,040.00 3,839,632.00 Korea
6,000.00 3,810,000.00 Japan
6,800.22 4,151,194.30 China
149.97 96,000.00 Taiwan
TOTAL 221,022.54 101,631,556.05 18,090.19 11,896,826.30
-
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
Production LKg
Withdrawals LKg
Molasses and Muscovado
The exported molasses was 322,484.42 MT which generated a total collection of P7.750 M from export clearance fees. On the other hand, the muscovado export was 1,818.25 MT which generated a total collection of P 54,240.00 from export clearance fees.
SUGAR PRICES
For Crop Year 2010-2011, the prevailing millsite price of “A” or US sugar ranged from Php
1,122.50 to Php 1,585.54 per 50-kg bag while millsite price of “B” or Domestic sugar ranged
from Php 1,245.00 to Php 2,478.94 per 50-kg bag. The rise in the domestic price of sugar was
due to the high price of sugar in the World Market brought about by the calamities suffered by
Australia, Pakistan and other sugar producing countries.
On other the hand, the prevailing wholesale price of refined sugar in Metro Manila during the
start of the crop year was Php 2,600.00 and increased to a high of Php 3,150 per 50-kg bag in
December 2010. However, the trend gradually decreased when sugar situation normalized and
price post to Php 1,850.00 per 50-kg bag.
The retail price of refined sugar was at P56.00 per kilo and ended low at P50 per kilo, posting a difference of P6.00.
Millsite Prices, CY 2010-2011
MONTH
“A”
Export
“B”
Domestic
Composite
Price * September 2010
1,335.00
2,304.52
2,236.66
October
1,451.19
2,442.18
2,387.23
November
1,514.54
2,478.94
2,411.44
December
1,497.30
2,277.74
2,223.12
January 2011
1,549.69
2,291.11
2,239.21
February
1,585.54
2,050.58
2,018.03
March
1,558.82
1,848.00
1,827.76
April
1,501.30
1,789.53
1,769.35
May
1,256.89
1,462.20
1,447.83
June
1,164.55
1,326.83
1,315.47
July
1,124.33
1,280.67
1,269.73
August
1,122.50
1,245.00
1,236.43
Note: Straight Average Computation
_________________ */ Composite price is based on sugar orders released by SRA which includes the
percentage allocation of the different classes of sugar.
Prevailing Wholesale and Retail Prices, CY 2010-2011
MONTH
CROP YEAR 2010-11
WHOLESALE PRICE (P/LKG)
RETAIL PRICE (P/Kg)
Raw Washed Refined Raw Washed Refined
September 2,300.00 2,500.00 2,600.00 51.00 54.00 56.00
October 2,500.00 2,650.00 2,700.00 52.00 54.00 56.00
November 2,550.00 2,720.00 2,850.00 55.00 56.00 58.00
December 2,650.00 2,850.00 3,150.00 57.00 61.00 64.00
January 2,500.00 2,750.00 3,000.00 60.00 62.00 64.00
February 2,400.00 2,600.00 2,800.00 60.00 62.00 64.00
March 2,100.00 2,300.00 2,600.00 60.00 62.00 64.00
April 2,000.00 2,200.00 2,500.00 54.00 59.00 62.00
May 1,900.00 2,050,00 2,400.00 50.00 56.00 60.00
June 1,550.00 1,800.00 2,050.00 50.00 54.00 60.00
July 1,430.00 1,700.00 1,950.00 44.00 46.00 50.00
August 1,350.00 1,550.00 1,850.00 40.00 44.00 50.00
BY-PRODUCT: MOLASSES
Molasses Production and Price Crop Year 2020-2011 and Crop Year 2009-2010
Month 2010-2011 2009-2010
Volume (MT)
Pesos/MT Volume (MT)
Pesos/MT
Total 1,062,689 5,722.46 775,124 6,993.70
September 5,451 8,773.75 19,263 6,106.88
October 34,563 9,059.61 46,155 6,479.59
November 65,661 9,169.23 100,530 6,027.32
December 132,654 7,522.23 118,026 6,075.09
January 170,858 6,799.42 168,222 7,116.27
February 169,480 6,552.68 136,522 7,425.62
March 152,342 5,411.88 98,471 7,723.11
April 135,674 4,527.50 55,377 8,075.75
May 122,313 3,022.67 19,668 6,931.17
June 40,799 2,818.99 3,249 7,976.20
July 26,863 2,406.50 3,178 No bidding
August 6,031 2,605.00 6,463 No bidding
Molasses production for Crop Year 2010-2011 increased by 37.10% from the previous year following an increase in sugar production. Prices responded accordingly when the price of sugar was also at its high point.
Sugar Regulatory
Administration
Highlights
of
Accomplishments
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH and DEVELOPMENT
SRA maintains two (2) agricultural research stations in LAREC and LGAREC located in Pampanga and Negros Occidental. LGAREC serves as the breeding center for HYVs while LAREC serves as the major test site for HYVs from the breeding facilities. Both stations operate cane areas devoted to research, experimentation, commercial cane production and varietal propagation nurseries. In collaboration with the Extension group, farmers seminars are also conducted in the two (2) research centers. The research center’s major projects are focused on variety improvement through breeeding and propagation of high quality parental stocks, pest and diseases management through biological and chemical control, soil fertilization and plant nutrition and cost efficient methods of enhancing farm productivity. The research centers conducted fifty six (56) researches. Luzon Agricultural Research and Extension Center conducted nineteen (19) researches, four (4) were completed, nine (9) are on-going and six (6) are new projects laid-out this year. Completed projects in LAREC:
Preliminary Yield Test of Phil 2006 Series. Macamos P., N. Guiyab, V. Serrano, A.
Casupanan and M. Guevarra
Thirty test clones from Phil 2005-2006 Row Test series entered the Preliminary Yield Test at LAREC. In terms of sugar yield and disease resistance, nine test clones were significantly higher or comparable to both or either check varieties Phil 8013 and Phil 7544 and resistant to downy mildew. Some selections will undergo re-screening to smut for verification. Recommended to undergo ecological testing are clones from Phil 06-0647, Phil 05-0315, Phil 05-1681, Phil 05-1763, Phil 05-2057, Phil 05-2191, Phil 05-2335, Phil 05-2525 and Phil 05-2585.
Screening of Phil 2005 series for Resistance to Smut. Casupanan, A. , V. Serrano, N.
Guiyab, P. Macamos and M. Guevarra
Thirty clones of the Phil 2005 series from LGAREC and two check varieties were planted, rationed and screened for reaction to sugarcane smut. Results indicated that two (2) were very highly resistant (Phil 05-1379 and Phil 05-2151), seven (7) were highly resistant (Phil 05-55, Phil 05-175, Phil 05-483, Phil 05-645, Phil 05-715, Phil 05-1197 and Phil 05-3635), three (3) were resistant (Phil 05-309, Phil 05-329 and Phil 05-1383), six (6) were intermediate resistant ((Phil 05-121, Phil 05-245, Phil 05-361, Phil 05-597, Phil 05-603 and Phil 05-1707), three (3) were intermediate average (Phil 05-87, Phil 05-111 and Phil 05-2167 and other nine were rated intermediate susceptible to very highly susceptible.
Screening of Phil 2004 Series for Resistance to Downy Mildew. Serrano, V., N.
Guiyab, P. Macamos and M. Guevarra
Ten test clones of plant and ratoon canes from Phil 2004 series were screened and evaluated for resistance to downy mildew. Six (6) were very highly resistant (Phil 04-0691, Phil 04-0827, Phil 04-0917, Phil 04-1889, Phil 04-1981 and Phil 04-2249), three (3) were highly resistant (Phil 04-0881, Phil 04-1533 and Phil 04-2319) and one was resistant (Phil 04-1719).
Effects of Calcitic Lime Application on Soil Properties and Sugar Yields. Burcer, A ,
M. Guevarra, B. Manlapaz, L. Yarte and A. Bacani.
The application of 2,4, 6 tons/Ha. calcitic lime (CaCO3) was tested on Angeles fine sandy loam at LAREC to determine the effects on some soil properties and cane and sugar yields of Phil 87-27, Phil 90-1237 and Phil 93-1601. Applying 2, 4, 6 tons/Ha. of lime improved the soil pH, organic matter and phosphorus, potassium and calcium content in the 5 cropping seasons. Four and six tons/Ha. calcitic lime significantly increased cane tonnage (TC/Ha.) and sugar yields (Lkg/Ha.) of the three test varieties. Rates of four and six tons/Ha. calcitic lime gave higher return on investment (ROI) than the other rates in the 5 cropping seasons.
Status of On-going Projects in LAREC
Ecological Test of Phil 2004 Series. Serrano, M.V. , N. Guiyab, P. Macamos, A.
Casupanan, L. Santiago, T. Caballero, L. Carangian, F. Mapano and M. Guevarra
Ten (10) test varieties selected from the Phil 2004 Preliminary Yield Test and two check varieties were laid-out in RCBD replicated three times in a 6 rows x 9 meter plot in the mill districts of Carsumco, Pensumil, Pampanga, Don Pedro and Bukidnon. Agronomic data were gathered and analyzed.
Ecological Test of Phil 2005 Series, Serrano,M.V. , N. Guiyab, P. Macamos, L.
Santiago, T. Caballero, L. Carangian, E. Aclao, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra.
Ten test varieties from Phil 2005 Preliminary Yield Test and two check varieties were laid out in RCBD replicated four times in a 6 rows x 9 meter plot in the mill districts of Carsumco, Pensumil, Batangas, Pampanga and Davao. Agronomic data were collected, compiled and analyzed.
Screening of 2005 Series for Resistance to Downy Mildew Casupanan, A. , N. Guiyab,
P. Macamos, V. Serrano and M. Guevarra
Ten test clones of Phil 2005 series were planted in August 2010to test their resistance to downy mildew. The plants were given proper care and maintenance. Periodic observation and data recording of disease occurrence were undertaken.
Screening of Phil 2006 Series for Resistance to Smut. Casupanan, A. , V. Serrano, N.
Guiyab, P. Macamos and M. Guevarra
Thirty (30) promising clones from Phil 2006 Row Test were planted in March 2010 using RCBD with three replications. Data on plant cane and ratoon cane were gathered.
Ratoon Performance of Selected Phil 2000 Varieties. Macamos, P., N. Guiyab, V.
Serrano, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra
The study was conducted on second ratoon of Phil 2000 varieties. Proper care and maintenance were given. Agronomic data were taken and compiled. The experiment was scheduled for harvest in February 2012.
Ratoon Performance of Selected Phil 2004 Series. Macamos, P. , N. Guiyab, V.
Serrano, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra
The study was conducted on the first ratoon of Phil 2004 series. Proper care and maintenance were given. Agronomic data were taken and compiled. The experiment was scheduled for harvest in February 2012.
Organic Fertilization of Sugarcane, Guevarra, M., B. Manlapaz and A. Bacani
The plant cane were harvested and cane and sugar yields were gathered. Distillery slops in various combinations with inorganic fertilizers were applied in the first ratoon cane. Necessary agronomic data were gathered.
Screening of Varieties for Waterlogged. Guevarra, M., B. Manlapaz and A. Bacani
The plant cane was harvested and growth and yield data were gathered in year 2010 although the area did not experience waterlogged condition. In 2011, study on the first ratoon cane under waterlogged condition was continued. Growth data were gathered and observations were noted.
New Projects Laid-out in 2011
Preliminary Yield Test of 2007 Series. Macamos, P., N. Guiyab, V. Serrano, A.
Casupanan and M. Guevarra
Ecological Test of Phil 2006 Series. Serrano, V., N. Guiyab, P. Macamos, L. Santiago,
T. Caballero, L. Carangian, E. Aclao, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra
Screening of Phil 2006 Series for Resistance to Downy Mildew, Casupanan, A.; N.
Guiyab, P. Macamos, V. Serrano and M. Guevarra
Screening of Phil 2007 Series for Resistance to Smut. Casupanan, A.; V. Serrano, N.
Guiyab, P. Macamos and M. Guevarra
Ratoon Performance of Selected Phil 2000-01 Series N. Guiyab, P. Macamos, V.
Serrano, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra
Propagation of Selected Clones and Varieties. Guiyab, Nestor, P. Macamos, V.
Serrano, A. Casupanan and M. Guevarra
La Granja Agricultural Research and Extension Center (LGAREC) conducted thirty-seven (37) research projects, fifteen (15) were completed and 22 are on-going. Research findings on Sugarcane Variety Improvement and Pest Management studies are:
The varieties recommended for commercial propagation and release are Phil 2004-1011 and Phil 2004-0827. These varieties passed the ecological test and are high in tonnage, medium to high in sucrose content and very sparse in flowering, while resistant to smut, downy mildew and leaf scorch but susceptible to yellow spot.
Top ten Phil 2006 varieties in the preliminary yield test were selected for ecological test this season and these are: Phil 06-16-315, Phil 06-50-647, Phil 06-202-1681, Phil 274-2299, Phil 06-223-1899, Phil 06-241-2119, Phil 06-256-2191, Phil 06-274-2287, Phil 06-274-2289 and Phil 06-292-2525.
Phil 2010 Series Breeding Program produced 224 arrows from 203 bi-parental crosses using 52 female and 46 male selected parents from Germplasm Collection.
Research findings on Production Technology and Crop Management studies are:
Four (4) year data on the “Study of Organic Fertilization in Sugarcane” showed that highest tonnage of Phil 94-0913 was consistently observed on the application of 50% NPK recommended rate compared to the unfertilized control. Phil 93-0913 applied with recommended rate (105-105-120) NPK/Ha. produced the highest sugar yield of 194.2 Lkg/Ha. in the plant cane. Yearly application of 50% RR-NPK+ 10 tons organic materials like mudpress for four years gave the highest total benefit of P465,932.90. The highest benefit was consistently obtained on three ratoons.
Evaluation of the “Effect of In-Field Vermicomposting using Various Organic Materials on the Yield of Plant and Ratoon Crop of Phil 94-0913” showed that application of ½ of the recommended rate of fertilizer combined with organic fertilizer materials like chicken dung or mudpress composted in the field and applied with African Night Crawler gave comparable yields with the recommended rate of fertilizer.
On the evaluation of the “Efficacy of Different Biological Fixers (BNF) and Inorganic Fertilizers on the Growth and Yield of Plant and Ratoon”, application of the full recommended rate of fertilizer (140 N- 175 P2O5 – O k) gave the highest cane tonnage and sugar yield in plant cane and in ratoon while using 50% of the recommended rate of fertilizer + Acetobacter 1 produced the highest cane tonnage and sugar yield. LKg/TC did not differ in all other combinations in both plant and ratoon.
On the “Efficacy of Different Biological Nitrogen Fixers (BNF) and Inorganic Fertillizers on the Growth and Yield of Plant and Ratoon Canes”, results indicated there was no significant differences in growth and yield components of plant and ratoon crops among the various treatments. The treatment using the recommended rate of fertilizer alone and 50% of the recommended rate of fertilizer obtained higher cane tonnage and sugar yield among other treatments of plant and ratoon crop respectively. It was also noted that there was a great reduction in cane tonnage and sugar yield during the ratoon stage of the experiment.
On the “Effect of Different Organic Substitutes Combined with Reduced Inorganic Fertilizer on the Growth and Yield of Phil 97-3933 Ratoons” BOKASHI 3 was the best organic fertililzer. Among the BNFs combined with 1 ton/ha mudpress, the mixture of the three BNFs was the best. Very minimal improvement in the physical and chemical properties of the soil was observed after each cropping, therefore yearly application of any of the materials used is recommended in order to sustain the nutrient requirements of the succeeding crops.
Results of the study on the “Effect of Boron Fertilization on the Yield of Phil 98-0255 Ratoons” indicated that boron fertilization in Guimbalaon soil even with limited application or withdrawal of NPK fertilizer considerably improved yield compared with non-application of boron. Sufficient application of NPK has slight improvement on yield. Boron has a very narrow range between deficiency and toxicity and it is recommended that boron fertilization be tested in different soil types to determine its efficacy and the rate that will give maximum net benefit.
On the evaluation of the “ Effect of Nutrisphere-N (N enhancer) and Avail (P enhancer) on the Growth and Yield of Phil 99-1793”, findings indicated that application of NSN and Avail as source of N and P fertilizer gave higher tonnage and sugar yield than using urea and 18-46-0. High N and P concentration of TVD leaves of Phil 99-1793 was noted on the sixth month of growth, but does not guarantee a high yield at harvest. Highest net benefit of Php 162,894 was obtained on treatment where the source of N and P was urea and Avail.
Findings on the “Comparative Growth and Yield of Phil 97-3933 as Influenced by Application of Biological Fixer Isolates With and Without Nitrogen Combination” , indicated that application of biological nitrogen fixers gave significant results on plant height, stalk length and diameter. Insignificant result was observed on yield of Phil 97-3933.
Production Support Services
1. HYV Canepoints Production and Distribution
The SRA experiment stations maintain HYV nurseries as source of certified planting materials for distribution/sale to interested farmers . LAREC produced and distributed 103.62 lacsas of canepoints to cane farmers, cooperatives and companies in Luzon mill districts and generated Php 176,396. LGAREC propagated and distributed ten (10) new HYVs,.Total canepoints production was 415.34 lacsa while 300.8 lacsa were distributed to MDDC nurseries/adopted communities, replanted/planted in the SRA propagation/commercial demo fields and others were utilized for research purposes. Total amount generated from sale of canepoints was Php 601,600.
2. Micropropagation and Distribution of Plantlets
The micropropagation technique is used in LGAREC for rapid multiplication of new varieties for planting. The station produced 240,600 hardened micropropagated
plantlets of two (2) new HYVs (Phil 2000-2569 and Phil 2002-0359). 132,500 plantlets were sold at Php 331,250, others were given to OPSI participants and the remaining plantlets were used for multiplication in the research station.
3. Soil Laboratory Services
Soil samples are submitted to SRA laboratories to determine NPK and soil pH level for proper fertilizer recommendation. Soil analysis is done to assess the fertilization requirements of various soil types and to enhance soil fertility and cane yield. LGAREC analyzed 882 soil samples and 800 juice samples. It served 92 clients, 71 for fertilizer recommendation, 6 planters for maturity testing and 13 researchers for fertilizer recommendation and juice analysis of experimental canes. LAREC analyzed 197 soil samples of 19 clients; N, P, K, Ca, Mg, organic matter and soil pH was done for six (6) SRA researchers; 470 juice samples from SRA researchers and special analysis for calibration of sugarcane mill crusher.
4. Maintenance of Germplasm/Variety Garden
The variety garden is the depository of the research station’s collection of high quality cane varieties, both local and foreign. To-date, SRA’s variety garden consists of 58 local and foreign varieties as source of genetic materials for variety improvement.
5. Rented Nursery
LAREC provided a four (4) hectare rented nursery to Pampanga Mill District Development Foundation Incorporated (MDDFI) for two years. The nursery was used for the propagation of new HYVs for distribution to farmers in the district.
6. Production and Distribution of Biological Pest Control Agent
Trichogramma parasites are used for the biological control of cane stemborers. LGAREC produced 29,793 strips of Trichogramma and distributed 22,539 to 54 clients consisting of cane planters, rice and corn farmers, vegetable growers and sugarcane researchers.
7. Vermicompost Production
This is an environment friendly and organic method of fertilization that minimizes fertilization cost and maintains soil fertility. LAREC produced 2.75 tons of vermicompost which was used as fertilizer in the nursery while LGAREC produced 8.2 tons which were applied in the station’s propagation, demo and commercial fields.
8. Production of Beneficial Microorganism (BMO)
Nitrogen is an essential element in soil fertilization and the use of BMOs or nitrogen fixers is a cost efficient and alternative method of increasing soil fertility level. LGAREC generated 467 gallons of BMO liquid suspension used as fertilizer supplement in the center’s propagation and commercial fields.
Commercial Cane Production
LAREC produced 1,278.25 tons cane. The canes were milled in Sweet Crystals Incorporated Sugar Milling Company with an output of 1,503.83 Lkg sugar and 32,528.7 kilos molasses as SRA share. 308 bags of washed sugar were distributed to SRA employees and other beneficiaries, 24.94 Lkg were used for payment of SRA liens, other charges and tolling fee and 11.27 Lkg were sold. Cane production in LGAREC was 2,444.78 tons with an Lkg/TC of 1.748.
INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH and DEVELOPMENT
The industrial research and development projects and activities are undertaken to address concerns on mill performance and audit, sugar and by-product analysis and studies to conform with the required quality standards and environmental monitoring of sugar factories in support of the Clean Air Act .
Technical Services
It caters to the research and service needs of mills and refineries, undertakes studies on the cane transport/hauling sector, undertakes research and serves as the custodian of the industry database (mill and refinery data), which are published annually in the Synopsis for raw sugar mills and the Compendium for refineries. Its biggest preoccupation is done by the SAGE, being a DENR/EMB-accredited third party monitoring entity. SAGE undertakes the regular testing and sampling of the mills’ air and water wastes. The results of analysis are submitted by the mills to the DENR every quarter.
Completed Projects
Sugar Milling Hardware Update: 2009
A publication of local sugar factories’ equipment inventory including the status of mill equipment such as improvements undertaken, rehabilitation, modifications, new installations etc. The data serve as basis in determining the imbalances in the factory and can be used as reference for future operation/process-related projects. Updating is done every 4 to 5 years.
Sugar Refining Hardware Listings: 2009
Same as Sugar Milling Update except that it is a compilation of the local sugar refineries’ equipment listings.
Annual Compendium of Philippine Refineries FY 2010
An annual publication of data and information pertaining to the production and performance records of all the operating refineries in the Philippines either culled or computed from their respective final weekly refinery statement for refining year 2011.
Technical inquiries from the milling sector, industrial users, academe and researchers were accommodated including requests for technical assistance on data and information on sugar mills and refineries. One hundred sixteen (116) clients were provided with technical assistance on operational process, technical survey / evaluation, energy cogeneration etc. Thirty (30) copies of publications on mill and refinery data/info were disseminated upon request of interested parties.
Laboratory Services
The Sugar Laboratory renders analytical services of samples from the sugar mills and refineries including sugar samples from traders, anti-smuggling groups, industrial users, etc., especially during the milling season. The analysis of imported premixes was institutionalized as a Lab routine primarily due to the concerns which led to various alliances between the Bureau of Customs and the sugar industry group consisting of the millers/refiners, planters, traders and the SRA. The Environmental Laboratory provides support to the SRA’s Special Action Group for the Environment (SAGE), for regular tests/monitoring of the mills’ air emissions and water effluents; analyzed samples from walk-in clients and conduct research relative to their field of operation.
Three Year Analytical Service Performance
2011 2010 2009
Total No. of Samples 470 480 571
Raw Sugar 177 108 161
White Sugar 78 145 174
Agro-Industrial Materials 32 65 52
Wastewater/Air 9/34 23/56 23/96
Dry Mixes and Concentrates 140 83 65
Total Fees and Revenues PHP 1,701,452 PHP1,669,349 PHP 1,831,248
Prepaid 1,031,540 769,527 799,661
Official Receipts 654,112 561,972 646,537
Support 15,800 337,850 385,050
No. of Clients/Users 52 77 45
Weekly Basis 11 12 12
Regular Basis/Walk in 36 65 33
Completed Project
Determination of Stability of Refined Sugars in Storage.
The laboratory analyzed a total of 122 samples for the duration of the whole project. Statistical evaluation of the results of these tests was done and a technical paper was prepared and presented to the 58th Annual Philippine Sugar Technologist Convention.
Other Projects :
Sugar Quality and Safety For this year, new sets of Philippine National Standard for both Raw Sugar (PNS/ BAFPS 81:2010) and Refined Sugars (PNS/ BAFPS 82:2010) were utilized to assess
sugar samples. A total of 177 raw sugar samples were received and analyzed, 113 were weekly composite samples from sugar mills. There was a lower number of substandard samples due to failing Polarization values. A marked increase in biweekly composite raw sugar samples submitted which failed to pass the Standard (PNS/ BAFPS 81:2010) for Affined Raw Color (from 30.68% to 50.44%) was observed, while a very minimal decrease in number of raw sugar samples which failed to pass the Standard for Whole Raw Color was also observed(12.50% to 12.39%). There was an increase in substandard raw sugar which failed in grain size specifications. For white sugar samples, 100% of the weekly composite samples submitted by refineries passed the quality requirements of the White Sugar Standard (PNS/BAFPS 82:2010) for premium and standard grade in routinely analyzed parameters such as polarization, moisture content, ash, color and reducing sugars.
Analysis of Dry Mixes and Other Food Concentrates
Sugar Order No. 6, Series of 2010-2011 issued on February 21, 2011 provides for the mandatory laboratory analysis of dry mixes and food concentrates to ensure integrity of samples from shipments. In compliance to this, one hundred forty (140) samples of dry mixes, concentrates and other food products were analyzed. Of the 140 samples,19.29% had over 65% sucrose content, 18.57% had below 65% sucrose content while the sucrose content of the rest were not detectable.
Environmental Laboratory Services
Nine (9) wastewater/water and thirty four (34) air particulates samples were analyzed in the Quezon City Environmental Laboratory and forty (40) in Bacolod City.
Environmental Laboratory Recognition
The Q.C. Environmental Laboratory has maintained its status as an EMB-DENR Recognized Laboratory after it underwent an annual monitoring and assessment by EMB-DENR. The Bacolod Environmental Lab. participated in the annual Proficiency Testing Study of the EMB-DENR-ERA (Environmental Resource Associates), Co. USA and achieved 100% acceptable data. The laboratory was inspected by the EMB Inspection Team on November 9-10, 2011 in compliance with the requirement of the EMB as its recognized laboratory.
Quality Standard Setting for Muscovado
The Philippine Standard for Muscovado and Recommended Code of Practice for the Manufacture of Muscovado were already drafted. This will be finalized after the stakeholder’s consultative meeting and the Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting to consolidate all comments and inputs from the consultative meetings.
Sugar Reference Services
A total of 177 raw sugar samples were analyzed for polarization, moisture, ash, whole raw color, affined raw color, grain size, dextran and sulfur dioxide. Of the raw sugar samples, 113 were weekly composite from eleven (11) sugar mills. Twenty-eight (28) molasses, muscovado and other agro-industrial materials were also analyzed. SRA generated a revenue of Php 1,253,940 from the analysis of the 205 samples.
Agro-Based Laboratory
The Agro-Based Lab. in Bacolod analyzed 1,076 soil samples benefiting 259 clients and 464 special samples from 248 clients. Total collection for the analysis was P 458,300. The laboratory also produced 38,018 Trichoderma Beneficial Microorganisms and generated P 496,318 .
Special Action Group for the Environment (SAGE)
The SAGE was created to act as third party monitoring body of the Environmental Self-Monitoring System for the sugar mills and refineries as envisioned in the Code of
Environmental Management Practices for the Sugar Industry. Quarterly environmental monitoring were conducted at five (5) Luzon sugar mills in nine (9) occasions, namely CARSUMCO, CAT, Sweet Crystals, CADP and PENSUMIL and two (2) sugar mills in the Visayas namely Lopez and VMC. SAGE members from Quezon City underwent Hands-On Training on Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) and Sulfur Dioxide (SOx) Sampling at Central Azucarera De Tarlac on November 28-29, 2011 conducted by Industramach, Inc.
Parameter
% Substandard Samples
2009
2010
2011
Polarization 13.89 12.50 1.77
Moisture/Safety factor 25.93 5.68 17.70
Ash 0.93 1.93 0.88
Color, Affined Raw 33.33 30.68 50.44
Color, Whole Raw 5.56 12.50 12.39
Grain Size --- 3.41 7.96
CONTINUING/ON-GOING STUDIES/PROJECTS
Continuing projects:
1. Strengthening of RDE’s Technical Services Capabilities
RDE’s Technical Services Staff participates in various seminars, trainings and conventions, on energy utilization and conservation, environmental management, safety and health and other related matters. The following workshops/trainings were attended:
a. Seminar on High Pressured Boilers for the Sugar Industry b. Seminar on Muscovado Production c. Hands-on Training on Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) Sampling
2. Annual Compendium of Philippine Refineries FY 2011
An annual publication on production and performance records of all the operating refineries in the Philippines either culled or computed from their respective final weekly refinery statement for refining year 2011.
3. Annual Synopsis of Philippine Raw Sugar Factories’ Production and Performance
Data, CY 2008-2009, 2009-2010 and 2010-2011
An annual publication on production and performance records of all operating mills in the country either culled or computed from their respective final weekly factory statements. Synopsis CY 2008-2009 was delayed due to problems in documentation but on the completion stage. CY 2009-2010 is on the packaging stage and CY 2010-2011 data are in the process of collation.
4. Technical Dissemination of SRA Technology
Muscovado A handy information material on the Philippine Muscovado Industry, containing technical, production, market and other related data required by researchers and local entrepreneurs interested or engaged in muscovado production. Mushroom, BOF and Other Sugar Co-Products A developed and packaged mushroom growing technology that converts sugarcane by-products and residues into high value products. The project aims to promote and encourage utilization of sugar mill residues (bagasse and filter mud) for the production of high grade bio-organic fertilizer (BOF). The technology is transferred and commercialized to prospective cooperators through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).
5. Energy Audit
The project aims to conduct a detailed energy audit of all Philippine sugar mills to assess the present energy situation in the industry and to optimize its cogeneration
potentials. The increase in price of fossil oil calls for the use of renewable energy and proper utilization of energy resources through an efficient energy management program. The audit is conducted upon request of the sugar factory.
6. Capacity and Performance Appraisal
An over-all factory capacity and performance assessment. The evaluation includes the different stations of the factory: the cane preparatory, mills, mill drives, heaters, clarification, evaporation, pan boiling, centrifugation, steam generation and electrical station. Other processes/systems adopted by the factory such as cane handling, environmental management, laboratory procedures are taken into consideration. The audit is conducted upon request of sugar mills and/or planter’s association.
7. Air Quality Monitoring of Sugar Mills
The SAGE (Special Action Group for the Environment) regularly monitors the pollution level of mills and refineries in compliance to the provisions of the Clean Air Act. For the year, five (5) sugar centrals opted to undergo environmental monitoring namely, CAT, PENSUMIL, CADP, CARSUMCO and Sweet Crystals.
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS:
1. Optimum Economic Hauling Distance
The cost of transportation or the hauling of sugar cane represents a big chunk of the total cost of production, for both the miller and the planter. The project essays to calculate the hauling distance where costs and the corresponding revenues derived from the produce approximate each other. As established, operating beyond the optimum hauling distance would entail additional costs that will not be covered by the returns of the business, thus, is discouraged. This distance will serve as a guide for both the miller and the planter for planning future operations. The project is co-funded by the Sugar Master Plan Foundation Inc., and is now in the finishing stages.
2. Fine-tuning Cane Quality Analysis
The project addresses the concern on the accuracy of the sucrose/sugar content analysis of the varieties bred and tested by the SRA facilities which may eventually be recommended for commercial production. The present facilities for analysis by both LAREC and LGAREC are small test mills which, per established protocol, were calibrated against actual sugar mills. The La Granja test mill was calibrated against Central Azucarera de la Carlota (CAC) while the Floridablanca mill against then Pampanga Sugar Mill (Pasumil). For CAC, much changes have occurred since crop year 1974-75 when the sugar table was based; for Pasumil, the factory has closed and been demolished since 1993. An updating must be conducted to address such concern.
Data on cane deliveries of LAREC commercial/experimental farms to Sweet Crystal Integrated Sugar Mill in Porac, Pampanga for two (2) crop years were taken as part of the project.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
JPEPA
The Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) is a treaty forged between the two governments for a stronger and mutually developmental business and trade relationship. Various sectors of the Philippine agriculture have prepared projects/program proposals for concessional/funding consideration, as the case may be. The Philippine sugar/sugar cane industry proposal is entitled Capacity Development to Improve the Productivity of the Small Farmers through Strengthened Research, Development and Extension Services.
SRA Silver Season (Souvenir Publication)
In commemoration of the SRA’s 25th year anniversary, a souvenir publication was proposed to be printed. The magazine will feature historical accounts of the SRA and the highlights of the achievements and accounts of each operating units, the outstanding personalities which the agency has produced and the landmark projects handled over the years. The RD&E Manager and the Chief Agriculturist were designated chief editors of the proposed publication.
Food Fortification (Refined Sugar Fortification with Vitamin A) Republic Act 8976, or the Food Fortification Act of 2000 mandates the fortification of several foods with nutrients deemed necessary for some population sector which exhibited deficiency for the same. Vitamin A is the chosen fortificant for refined sugar, but the industry was not able to implement the mandate because of various issues and concerns that lead to the proposed move for the repeal of the law to exclude refined sugar altogether. The SRA, thru the RD&E (Laboratory), together with the PSMA and the PASRI has attended various fora where presentations were made in support of the industry position on the matter. The discussions and deliberations on the proposed exemption is still on-going to-date.
The Case Against Coca-Cola Phils. on Sugar Premixes
A case has been filed at the Bureau of Customs (BOC) by the Confederation of Sugar Cane Planters (Confed) against the said softdrinks company for bringing in refined sugar masked as premixes, having added colouring/flavouring thereby going around required tariff and duties. The RD&E Laboratory has always been present in the hearings and meetings in support of Confed. The BOC has already ruled in favour of the industry last December but the decision is still under appeal by Coca-Cola.
EXTENSION SERVICES
The extension group provides technical assistance and support to the sugarcane farmers, workers and other stakeholders by providing information, knowledge and skills in all aspects of sugarcane farming and other relevant matters pertaining to the sugarcane industry, with the ultimate goal to enhance productivity, improve cane farming profitability and income of those engaged in the industry.
Since the extension personnel have direct access to the grassroots, they are actively involved in the implementation of the SRA’s Block Farming Program and the Crop Estimation Project which are necessary interventions for increased productivity.
Block Farming
The program involves consolidation of small farms to take advantage of plantation-scale production. The Sugar Convergence Program (SCP) involves the DA, DAR, and DENR and SRA. Small farms are consolidated into minimum “block farms” of 30 hectares. Ownership of each small farm is still maintained and respected, thus giving the landowners a share in the profit. The main objective of the project is to increase efficiency and profitability of a given area by reducing cost of production thru farm mechanization, use of new HYVs and application of improved technologies. Recipients of the project are small - scale farmers and agrarian reform beneficiaries who operate marginal areas with low productivity. Four (4) cooperatives in Batangas have already enrolled in the block farming namely: KAMAHARI Multipurpose Cooperative (MPC) and DAMBA MPC in Nasugbu and Prenza MPC in Lian and Lucban MPC in Balayan. Board member Mr. Sandoval has already instructed agriculturists in Batangas to fast track the GPS mapping of the area enrolled and prepare the MOA between the MDDC and the cooperative, to avail of the plow now pay later scheme, get soil samples etc. High yielding varieties requested by the block farms were also granted with small interest rate payable after one year when their canes are milled.
Crop Estimation
An estimate of the cane and sugar production for the crop year is a very crucial information which serves as guide for policy formulation and issuances of the SRA at start of the cropping season. Operational planning of the sugar districts and factories also use the crop estimate as basis. Since crop estimation is a regular activity of the RDE, a Crop Estimate Team was proposed to undertake its preparation and a Crop Estimation Protocol be implemented by the extension personnel nationwide.
1. Monitoring Activities. Regular monitoring of farm activities are undertaken by SRA’s agriculturists to assist or encourage adaption of proper cultural practices in sugar mill districts, profiling of HYV nursery farm production and ensure judicious use of government funded farm equipment .
a) HYV Production and Distribution.
SRA’s extension workers reqularly monitored:
o Twenty-eight (28) MDDC funded nurseries in Luzon and Mindanao with an estimated area of 130.2 hectares and production of 2,451 lacsa.
o Eight (8) nursery farms of 79 farmers with an area of 26 has. and
production of 404 lacsa
o Thirty-six (36) nursery farms of 597 planters with an area of 156 has. and
production of 2,854 lacsa.
b) Tractor Services
To make tractor services accessible to sugarcane farmers, tractor pools were set up in almost all mill districts. This speeds up land preparation resulting to increased farm efficiency. In Luzon and Mindanao, (9) SRA-Sugar ACEF tractors and forty-six (46) MDDC-Sugar ACEF tractors mechanized 10,230.352 hectares benefiting 4, 250 small farmers.
c) Soil Amendments
Soil analysis is undertaken to determine the nutrient and fertility level of soil to serve as basis for proper fertilizer recommendation. Soil laboratories in Pampanga, Bukidnon and Davao analyzed 1,012 soil samples from 310 farmers. Organic fertilizer utilization is monitored to determine the extent of organic fertilizer usage in cane farms. Two hundred two (202) cane growers applied 1,793 truckloads of mudpress while 206 famers applied 21,432 bags organic fertilizer.
d) Heavy Equipment
Road rehabilitation projects in Luzon and Mindanao were facilitated through government funded heavy equipment. Total area rehabilitated was 762 kilometers which benefited 282 farmers. A hauling project was also undertaken with 3,306.65 tons cane hauled benefiting 116 cane planters.
2. Capability Building and Farmers Training
Farmers trainings, seminars and technology demonstrations are conducted to disseminate updated information on proper farm cultural practices and other sugarcane related information with the ultimate end of adopting the SRA technology in order to enhance productivity and profitability. Trainings conducted were:
Type of Training
No. of Trainings
No. of Participants
Trainers’ Trainings
2
82
OPSI/EWA Seminars
59
2,563
Livelihood Trainings
3
63
Total
64
2,708
A vital component of the information dissemination campaign is the distribution of IEC materials such as pamphlets, brochures, techno guides on cane farming and sugar related information. Seminar participants and RDE clients availed of 2,519 info materials on sugarcane and related matters. The application of new technologies on sugarcane growing is undertaken in demonstration farms to test further its efficacy and encourage farmers to adapt the recommended technologies to improve productivity. Seven (7) demo farms were established in Luzon/Mindanao with an area of 9.18 hectares.
3. Technical Assistance
Consultations and farm visits are regularly conducted by extension staff as an informal way of communicating with the farmers on vital issues pertaining to cane growing and other sugar matters/issues that require immediate or long-term solution.
Consultations on 1,958 cases of cane farming and related matters were addressed, 2,635 farm visits rendered, 252 cases of technical assistance to MDDC/CEFP projects and 132 cases of assistance were provided to LGUs, associations, cooperative, GOs etc.
4. Field Data Monitoring
Short and medium-term fluctuations in production and productivity can be partly determined through an accurate and reliable farm data and statistics. Annual crop estimates, cost of production survey, crop damage reports and directory of sugarcane planters are updated regularly to come up with a farm profile on the mill district and national level, which are reliable basis in sugar policy formulation.
REGULATION AND ENFORCEMENT
As the regulatory arm of SRA on sugar transactions, the Regulation Department is responsible for the processing and issuance of regulatory documents such as certificates, clearances and permits; enforcement of sugar policies and collection of fees, physical inventory and monitoring of sugar stocks etc. The regulatory documents issued were:
Certificates Certificates for quota eligibility (CQE) to traders - 138 Certificates of exchange authority (CEA) - 895 Certificates for sugar requirements - 219
Clearances: Attestation of quedans and molasses certificates - 523,578 Export clearances for sugar, molasses and muscovado - 369 Clearances for the release of imported sugar and
premix sugar - 815
Permits: Shipping - 16,739 Quedan Swapping - 549 Licenses: Mills and refineries - 46 Registration: Sugar, molasses and muscovado traders - 423
Plant/Warehouse visits and inspections
Plant and warehouse inspections/visits were conducted to check the legitimacy of the plant owned by food processors and to verify if they are existing and operational. Assessment of the sugar requirement of food processors was also undertaken during plant visits as basis for sugar allocation. Sixty-one (61) inspections for premix sampling were undertaken. Warehouse and office inspections of new trader applicants were also conducted to verify the authenticity and legitimacy of new trader applicants. Thirty (30) warehouses/traders offices were inspected as basis for approval.
Physical Sugar Stock Inventory
The SRA monitoring team conducted mill/refinery visits to monitor sugar stock inventory and check the calibration of weighing scales . Visits to Custom Bonded Warehouses (CBW) and food processors were also undertaken . Warehouses of food processors are required to maintain an updated SRA-accredited stock ledger for recording the delivery and withdrawal/usage of sugar .
PLANNING and POLICIES
Quedanning Policy, Crop Year 2010-2011
Sugar Order No. 1. SRA’s Initial crop estimate for the crop year was 1.878 million
metric tons. Sugar production for the crop year was allocated into the following percentages: “A” or U.S. Quota Sugar - 7% “B” or Domestic Sugar - 93% 100%
Filling-up the U.S. Quota for Quota Year 2010-2011
Sugar Order No. 2. Issued on September 2, 2010, the USA allocated an initial quota of 142, 160 Metric Tons Raw Value (MTRV) or 136,201 Metric Tons Commercial Weight (MTCW) for Quota Year 2010-2011.
Filling-up the Additional U.S. Quota Allocation for Quota Year 2010-2011
Sugar Order No. 8 . Issued May 3, 2011, the Philippines regular quota allocation for 2010-2011 was increased with an additional 60,000 Metric Tons Raw Value or 57,485.03 Metric Tons Commercial Weight (MTCW).
Programs and Project Review
The SRA‘s 2012 Programs and Projects Review was conducted in November 2011 to assess the proposed programs/projects and activities of SRA which served as basis for the budget allocation of SRA units.
The Sugarcane Convergence Program
The program involves the operational consolidation of small farms to take advantage of
plantation-scale production, thus, improving farm productivity and income of farmers. Similar to
the national convergence strategy, the Sugarcane Convergence Program (SCP) involves the
DA, DAR, and DENR. Operations of small farms especially lands distributed to agrarian reform
beneficiaries are consolidated into minimum “block farms” of 30-50 hectares. Ownership of each
small farm is maintained and respected, thus giving the landowners a share in the profit or
earnings. The farm can be managed by a cooperative or group of ARBs, the MDDCs or by the
private sector. Management and profit sharing scheme will depend on the agreement between
the landowners and the financier.
SRA’s extension personnel in coordination with the MDDCs were directly involved in the project
implementation. The PPD monitoring staff provided the necessary support in the initial stages of
the implementation including the monitoring aspect.
Bioethanol Update
1. Compliance to the Mandate.
For 2011, there are three (3) operating bioethanol distilleries namely Leyte Agricultural Corporation (LAC), San Carlos Bioenergy Incorporated (SCBI) and Roxol. The mandated requirement of bioethanol for the 10% blend for 2011 is 460.63 million liters (PEP 2007-2014). However, certain provisions and exemptions were provided in the DOE-DC No. 2011-02-0001 for bioethanol blends which was issued on February 6, 2011 making the actual 2011 bioethanol volume requirement lesser than the aforementioned volume.
2. Policy Formulation and Stakeholders Consultations.
The National Biofuel Board (NBB) conducted three (3) regular board meetings and one (1) special meeting in the first quarter of 2011 resolving issues and concerns and promulgating policies, rules and guidelines.
3. Resolutions Promulgated and Adopted.
Thirteen (13) Resolutions were promulgated and adopted. These are :
Approval of the Conduct of Post Consultation Meeting with Stakeholders on
the Bioethanol Mandate for Implementation on February 6, 2011.
Approval of the Amendment to the DOE-DTI Memorandum of Agreement on
the Biofuel Investors Kit Project.
Approval of the Reactivation of the Information Education and
Communication (IEC) Campaign for Both E-Gasoline (E10) and Biodiesel
(B2).
Approval of the conduct of Consultations for Increasing Biodiesel Blend to 5%
By Volume (B5).
Approval of the Ten Percent (10%) Bioethanol Mandate for Implementation
on February 6, 2011.
Approval of the Issuance of the Department of Energy – Department Circular
(DOE-DC) on Providing for the Mechanism to Optimize the Utilization of
Locally Produced Bioethanol in the Production of E-Gasoline.
Approval of the 2011 Information Education and Communication (IEC)
Campaign for Biofuels.
Approval of the Official Endorsement/Submission of the Previously Approved
(Original) Organization Structure and Staffing Pattern (OSSP) of the NBB –
Technical Secretariat (TS) to the Department of Budget and Management
(DBM) for Consideration and Approval.
NBB Authorizes the Maximum Allowable Volume of Two Hundred Thirty Six
(236) Million Liters of Bioethanol Fuel by DOE Accredited Oil Companies
Only Subject to Periodic Review and Adjustment For Importation Under the 1
Percent (1%) Preferential Tariff Provided in E.O. 449.
Approval of the Recommended Final Draft of the Department of Energy –
Department Circular (DOE –DC) on the Utilization of Locally Produced
Bioethanol in the Production of E-Gasoline Consistent with the Biofuels Act of
2006.
Approval of the “Creation of an Organizing Committee for the 1st Philippine
International Bioenergy Conference”.
Endorsement to the Office of the President Requesting Approval of the
Travel Authority of Four (4) NBB-TWG Members to Attend the Sugar and
Ethanol Asia Conference in Thailand.
4. Meetings and Workshops.
The NBB conducted two (2) quarterly and one (1) special board meetings, one (1) post
consultation meeting, three (3) workshops and twelve (12) NBB-ITS-TWG meetings with
biofuel stakeholders on various issues and concerns.
LEGAL MATTERS
The Department handled eight (8) SRA cases all pending in court and investigated and resolved three (3) administrative cases. It provided legal assistance and advice to SRA units in 750 cases and drafted 21 contracts.
INTERNAL AUDIT
1. Sugar ACEF Projects.
The IAD conducted a performance, effectiveness, compliance and financial audit in the implementation of Sugar ACEF in three (3) Mill District Development Council Foundation Inc. (MDDCFI) namely Balayan MDDCFI, Don Pedro MDDCFI and Tarlac MDDCFI.
2. Audit Proposals.
Six (6) audit proposals were submitted to the Administrator concerning personnel management procedures, procurement matters and SRA fund management control which were all approved.
3. Audit Report.
An audit report was submitted to the Administrator on the Soil Fertility Program of BAIS-UPSUMCO MDDCFI concerning unutilized fund for the Soils Laboratory project and realignment plans for the Php 10 M fertilizer proceeds.
4. Other ACEF related activities:
Conducted assessment of the financial capability and preparedness of the MDDCs in preparation for the grant of full ownership of Sugar-ACEF properties to them. The proposal to grant full ownership of ACEF properties to MDDCs was already approved by the Administrator.
5. Position Papers.
Three (3) position papers were prepared: Designation of LAREC as RDE Station for Organic Muscovado Sugar, Validity and Equity of US Quota Program of the Sugar Regulatory Administration and Enforceability of Policy and Penalty for Violation of Advance Refining.
6. Other activities.
The IAD conducted assessment of the proposed workflow, evaluated contract of services, reviewed job requests, maintained ledgers for pakiao projects, audited leave credits, conducted pre and post inspection of supllies/materials/repairs and acted as bidding/disposal secretariat.
ADMINISTRATIVE and FINANCE
The General Administrative Division is responsible in the formulation and implementation of policies/guidelines, systems and procedures related to job organization, human resource management, health and safety conditions, rewards and sanctions, performance monitoring and evaluation, salary and benefits administration, employee relations, counseling, and organization
structuring and development . It also manages the manpower training and development and welfare program of SRA, safekeeping of personnel records and official documents of SRA, undertakes planning, scheduling, monitoring and evaluation of all construction, maintenance and repair of SRA buildings, facilities and vehicles and undertakes procurement of office supplies and materials.
Transport and Building Maintenance
Responsible for the maintenance of SRA buildings and office premises including its facilities, electrical connections/equipment, grounds, water and drainage systems.
- Completed the repair of damaged water pipes and sewer lines and unclogging of the drainage canal, re-piping of main water supply system and restored supply of water to existing emergency fire hydrants
- Construction of temporary covered structure for SRA flea market area - Electrical installation of main feeder panel board at the North Wing, Ground Floor,
Main Building and renovation of two (2) elevators at the main building.
- Completed the repair/renovation of Ground and Second Floor, South Wing of the Main Building, Fourth Floor of the Annex Building, Regulation Department and repainted the Social Hall, flag pole etc.
Property and Procurement
Undertakes procurement of office equipment, supplies and materials, updating of properties and equipment ledgers and maintains memorandum receipt of all employees subject to verification and inventory to check the serviceability of the equipment.
- Completed 12 sealed biddings and 290 open canvasses - Facilitated the insurance coverage of 14 motor vehicles and its registration - Processed 1,280 Requisitions and Issue Slips (RIS), Purchase Requests (PR’s) from
requisitioners and prepared 1,195 Purchase Orders (PO’s), Job Orders (JO’s), Request for Pre-Repair Inspection etc.
- Preparation of inventory list of all supplies on stock - Inspection and inventory reporting of unserviceable properties in Q.C. station and
regional offices, physical Inventory/count of surrendered/returned properties and disposal of unserviceable properties
Human Resource
It is in charge of recruitment and selection, training, staff development, movement/details/assignments of personnel, transfer, promotions and processing of retirement papers of personnel. Coordinates the trainings seminars/workshops, and health and wellness programs for the benefit of all employees.
- Screened/evaluated 202 applicants - Prepared Plantilla of Personnel and submitted to the DBM, CSC and the DA - Processed GSIS and Pag-ibig loan, renewal of Contract of Service, monetization of
leave credits of employees and list of employees entitled to Loyalty Incentives - Processed 477 cases of salary adjustments of employees due for promotion and
step increment, issued 121 certifications and 148 Special Orders/Memoranda for employees’ training/attendance to seminars and workshops
Medical Services
- Provided medical assistance to employees in times of emergency, monitoring of blood pressure of employees and attended to other medical cases.
- Assisted the Bauma Medical team in administering Anti-Pneumonia Vaccines , MED V Medical Clinic in administering free kidney stone prostate ultrasound to SRA employees and coordinated with the MERCK SHARP & DOHME (MSD) Corporation in conducting lecture on cervical cancer awareness and other HPV related diseases.
- Processed Mutual Assistance Program (MAP) and Disbursement Voucher for the bereaved family of 27 SRA MAP members.
- Inventory and procurement of medicines and medical supplies. - Dispensed 1,536 over the counter medicines for minor aches, fever, hypertension,
cough and colds to 743 employees.
Library Services
The library provides information on sugar and related matters to SRA employees, students and researchers. The library’s latest publications provide the clients with relevant information for their research and studies. A compilation of articles on sugar and related discipline is also available for researchers as reference materials.
Records Services
The Records Section receives and records incoming documents from SRA Bacolod, Field Offices and other Government and Private Agencies. The Section also releases documents to Government, Private Offices and Individual.
- Released and disseminated 1,023 Administrative Issuances, Circular Letters and
other documents.
- Provided delivery services for 2,603 documents, photocopying services for 1,093
documents and processed 7,933 official documents for safekeeping.
Personnel Development Committee
The committee is in charge of screening and evaluation of employees who undergo seminars, trainings and conventions. For the year, sixty-four (64) employees passed the screening process and attended various seminars on : Auditor Accreditation, Career Executive Service (CES), Financial Reporting, Corporate Culture, Crop Estimation, Strategic Planning, Report Writing etc.
Accounting Division
The Accounting Division prepared and submitted the Annual Consolidated and Financial Statements of SRA (Quezon City and Bacolod), Notes to Financial Statements, journals, schedules and other various reports for the Year 2010 to the Commission on Audit (COA). It also prepared monthly Quezon City Consolidated Financial Statements with supporting journals and schedule for 2011 and compliance report to DA, COA and BIR.
Other activities undertaken:
Processed and pre audited 3,774 disbursement vouchers, payrolls, purchase/job orders,
and other claims for payment.
Prepared 710 certifications of GSIS/Pag-ibig/Philhealth dues/loan payments per request
of employees
Issued 1,585 VAT certificates to suppliers, 429 billing statements to SRA tenants and
clients and made representation on two (2) public biddings
Reconciliation of reports/accounts such as collection and deposit reports from collecting
field officers as validated with On-line report from Land Bank, cash in bank accounts,
receivables and payables, PPEs and inventories, depository trust fund accounts
Monitored payments of SRA tenants and sent demand letters to other Accounts for
collection purposes validated with On-line report from Land Bank, cash in bank
accounts, receivables and payables, PPEs and inventories, trust accounts
Budget and Treasury
The Division submitted the 2011 Corporate Operating Budget (COB) and the Proposed Corporate Budgetary Requirement (PCBR) for CY 2012 to the SRA Board, the Committee on Finance, House of Senate, Department of Agriculture and the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). It also remitted trust funds to various sugar federations and associations and disseminated monthly Statement of Obligation and Budget Utilization reports to various operating departments and units of SRA covering Luzon and Mindanao area. For CY 2011, the Cash/Check deposits exceeded the targeted amount of Php 322,000. Total cash/checks deposited amounted to Php 413,683.00 inclusive of trust funds/receipt due for remittances. Cash and checks disbursement/payrolls and other claims amounted to Php 392,678,000.00.
Monitored the following:
- Security bonds, High Yield Accounts and other financial transactions and negotiated
with the custodian banks for the interest rates
- Actual expenditure of different departments in accordance with the budget allocation
and made adjustments as necessary
Remitted trust funds to various sugar federations and associations
Submitted financial and budgetary reports requested by the different departments/
units and disseminated Monthly Statement of Obligation and Budget Utilization Reports
to operating units in Luzon and Mindanao
Facilitated/reviewed and liquidated Petty cash request
Monitored and controlled the actual expenditures of offices/departments in accordance
with monitored, reviewed and negotiated Security Bonds, High Yield Accounts and other
financial transaction as to best interest and advantageous to the agency
Property and Procurement Unit (Visayas)
Processed 162 Purchase Requests, 197 Purchase Orders, 119 Job Requests and 92
Job Orders, insured and registered six (6) vehicles in Bacolod and La Granja.
Prepared an inventory on office supplies, property plant equipment in SRA Bacolod
Office and other stations and prepared Award Notice Abstracts. The section also
prepared an inventory of the properties of employees who retired/transferred and
transferred properties from other stations. It also monitored gate passes issued and
RIS issued from depot.
Conducted an ocular inspection of properties scheduled for disposal.
GENDER and DEVELOPMENT
National Women’s Month
The SRA-GAD participated in the grand exhibit held at Quezon City Hall in line with its celebration of Women’s Month on March 7, 2011. Samples of agency’s by-products like muscovado, washed and refined sugar were displayed as well as cane wine. Fact sheets on sugar, muscovado and the Sugar regulatory Administration were also made available to interested passers or onlookers. In line with the observance of March as Women’s Month, SRA-GAD held a series of lecture forums on :
Anger Management in the Workplace with Mr. Joseph Peter R. Gonzales of the
Extension and Technical Services Division as speaker.
Magna Carta of Women with Mr. Marco Soriano of the Legal Department as speaker
Earthquake Preparedness lectured by Mr. Erlinton Antonio Olavere, from the Philippine
Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.
Makeover Magic by Ms. Cely Tolentino the Fix Bench Saloon.
Managing your Personal Accounts lectured by the former Board Member Ms. Lutgarda
Samaniego.
SRA Silver Anniversary Sports Fest
On SRA’s Silver Anniversary celebration held on June 15, 2011, the SRA-GAD was on top of the traditional sports fest. The group prepared the line-up of sports and the mechanics of the competition.
Gender Sensitivity Training
The SRA sponsored its latest Gender Sensitivity Trainings (GST) for rank and file employees on Oct.20-21, 2011 held at the Training Room. The objectives of the training were to identify the different gender issues which affect the quality of life and promotion of the full gender equality in the country. SRA-GAD also conducted GST in Bukidnon, Batangas, Tarlac, Pampanga, Davao, Cagayan and Bicol.
SRA-GAD Newsletter
A project of Dr. Dina Padilla Fernandez, the purpose of coming up with this publication is to chronicle the GAD related undertakings. It is a bi-monthly publication with five (5) editions already published, and was disseminated to SRA units and uploaded to the Website . The newsletter vows to continue its role as an effective “informant” and “watchdog” to the entire agency.
Outreach Program
The SRA-GAD visited the Gawad Kalinga located at Tungkung Mangga in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan and the Handmaids of the Lord (HOLD) community. The group distributed bags of grocery items to the members comprised of single mothers, separated women and widows.
Donation Drive for a Typhoon-hit School in Pampanga
The SRA Administrator, Deputy Administrator in coordination with the Sagay Central, URC , and NFSP, GAD officers, Mr. Adel Catuira and “Think of the Kids” provided assistance to a school in San Simon Pampanga which was hit by typhoon. On November 29, 2011, donations consisting of eight (8) tables and chairs for teachers, 165 monobloc chairs, and school supplies were distributed to 165 students.
Representation in DA’s “Search for Outstanding Rural Woman”
DA launched the maiden “Search for Outstanding Rural Woman” last September 2011 open to all women in the private sector who are currently involved in activities related to the development of rural areas, especially in the field of agriculture and fisheries. SRA-GAD TWG members Ms. Evelyn Estanislao and Mr. Joseph Peter Gonzales participated in the evaluation of the list of nominees. Dr. Dina Padilla-Fernandez also participated in the screening after the top five were chosen. A Bicolana bagged the prestigious award.
Annexes
THE SUGAR BOARD
Hon. PROCESO J. ALCALA Secretary, Department of Agriculture &
Chairman, Sugar Board
MA. REGINA BAUTISTA-MARTIN SRA Administrator &
Co-Chair, Sugar Board
Atty. JESUS L. BARERRA Member, Millers’ Sector
PABLITO S. SANDOVAL Member, Planters’ Sector
SRA EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
AIDA F. IGNACIO, CESO V Deputy Administrator II
DOMINADOR T. VILLANUEVA, JR., CEO VI Assistant Administrator, Visayas
DORETA A. DELOS SANTOS, CEO VI Manager III, Regulation Department — Visayas
DAISY CORAZON N. FABIA Manager III, Regulation Department—Luzon & Mindanao
FERNANDO H. CORPUZ, CEO VI Manager III, Research, Dev’t & Extension Department Luzon & Mindanao
Dr. RODRIGO E. TAPAY, CESO VI Manager III, Research, Dev’t & Extension Department Visayas
Atty. RAUL M. LABAY Attorney VI, Legal Department
LUIS M. MARAJAS, CEO VI Manager III, Internal Audit Service Department
ROSEMARIE S. GUMERA, CEO VI Manager III, Planning and Policy Department
JOSEPHINO M. AGOSTO, CEO VI Manager III, Administrative and Finance Department
RAW SUGAR PRODUCTION, BY MILL
S U G A R M I L L S
CY 2010-2011
CY 2009-2010
(MT) (MT)
P H I L I P P I N E S 2,399,116 1,970,784
L U Z O N 305,028 281,721
1. Batangas 42,765 47,830
2. Carsumco 17,050 16,752
3. Don Pedro 138,814 123,305
4. Pensumil 15,934 12,322
5. Sweet Crystal (Basecom) 7,342 7,562
6. Sweet Crystals 21,401 19,699
7. Tarlac 61,722 54,251
N E G R O S 1,325,730 1,135,329
1. Bais 59,778 41,607
2. Biscom 198,358 160,023
3. First Farmers 65,335 61,403
4. Hawaiian Philippines 105,795 95,552
5. La Carlota 166,624 124,826
6. Lopez 154,147 137,639
7. URC Robina 65,368 60,448
8. Sagay 72,728 54,272
9. URC Sonedco 124,011 96,330
10. Tolong (H. Teves) 23,766 16,025
11. Victorias 285,573 283,587
12. OPTION - MPC 4,248 3,617
P A N A Y 142,405 104,728
1. Capiz 44,185 40,591
2. Passi I 50,898 30,903
3. CASA 47,322 33,234
E A S T E R N V I S A Y A S 83,958 72,530
1. Bogo Medellin 22,072 24,233
2. Durano 10,992 8,239
3. Kananga (Hideco) 50,894 40,058
M I N D A N A O 541,994 376,476
1. Bukidnon 272,975 185,912
2. Cotabato 35,895 31,472
3. Crystal 187,466 120,088
4. Davao 45,658 39,004 Source: Sugar Production Bulletin Regulation Department, SRA
REFINED SUGAR PRODUCTION, BY REFINERY
R E F I N E R I E S
CY 2010-2011
CY 2009-2010
(LKg) (LKg)
P H I L I P P I N E S
16,476,533
19,684,065
L U Z O N
3,175,693
4,673,443
1. Batangas - 292,758
2. Carsumco 188,353 252,925
3. Don Pedro 1,831,071 3,073,000
4. Tarlac 1,156,269 1,054,760
N E G R O S
9,559,348
11,565,409
1. Biscom 141,628 -
2. First Farmers 219,268 598,230
3. Lopez 3,176,791 3,700,462
4. URC Robina 578,882 826,664
5. URC Sondeco 578,882 1,290,247
6. Victorias 4,382,592 5,149,806
E A S T E R N V I S A Y A S
253,084
297,510
1. Kananga (Hideco) 253,084 297,510
M I N D A N A O
3,488,408
3,147,703
1. Bukidnon 3,180,770 2,774,471
2. Cotabato 3,294 -
3. Davao 304,344 373,232 Source: Sugar Production Bulletin Regulation Department, SRA
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